erythema nodosum Flashcards by Timi Lamikanra

what is it

most common paniculitis secondary to another condition

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what is panniculitis

inflamm of subcutaneous fat

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possible causes

throat infections
bac infec
TB
drugs
-BROMIDES. IODIDES
pregnancy

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presentation

red nodules on the shin w/ diff sizes
painful
yellow discoloration of the shin

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careful history
CXR- for tb
skin biopsy
-shows inflam of septa bet/w fat lobules

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rx cause
bed rest
comprossion stockings
anti inflamm medications

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